2025 Rivian R1T
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 7
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2025
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2025: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 73 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 9 |
| 2026 | 3 |
| 2027 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
3 of 9 total reports mention: suspension.
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I leased my Rivian on June 28th. Around July 21st, the vehicle started to drift to the left. On August 19th, my vehicle started to develop bump steer over uneven road surfaces. I brought my vehicle in for service on August 20th.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-09-11
Also filed under Steering
Steering
2 of 9 total reports mention: steering.
Power train
2 of 9 total reports mention: power train.
Electrical system
2 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.
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We leased this R1T from Polestar Boston, though we live in Vt, because it was assured to us that in the event of a warranty or recall issue, Polestar Boston would pick up the car and tow to the service center for the repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-10-03
Structure
2 of 9 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and body.
Safety timeline
7 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2025-07-08Seat belts25V370000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and R1S vehicles. The D-ring bolts for one or both front seat belt anchorage assemblies may not have been properly installed.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and properly secure the seat belt anchorage assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
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2025-09-22Exterior lighting25V387000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1t vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2025. Owners will receive a second notice once the remedy becomes available.
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2025-10-17Electrical system25V537000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles. An improperly grounded connection inside the High Voltage Distribution Box (HVDB) may cause a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and repair the HVDB ground strap joint or replace the high voltage battery pack as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
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2025-10-17Forward collision avoidance25V585000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025 R1S and R1T vehicles operating a software version prior to 2025.18.30. The Hands-Free Highway Assist (HWA) software may fail to correctly identify a lead vehicle.
Remedy: Rivian has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2025. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1744.
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2026-02-17Suspension26V003000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1S and R1T vehicles that previously had service performed. The toe link may have been reassembled incorrectly during service procedures performed before March 10, 2025.
Remedy: Rivian will replace the rear toe link bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1794.
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2026-03-02Seat belts26V009000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2022-2025 R1T and 2022-2026 R1S vehicles. The bolts that secure the second-row driver and passenger side seat belt retractor assemblies may be improperly tightened.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 2, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261. Rivian's number for this recall is FSAM-1795.
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2026-05-26Preliminary evaluationOpen Rear Toe Link May Separate
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Date not on fileExterior lighting26V508000 Rivian Automotive, LLC (Rivian) is recalling certain 2025-2026 R1S and R1T vehicles. One or both front turn signals may fail to illuminate and flash.
Remedy: Rivian will inspect and replace the front turn signals as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 29, 2026. Owners may contact Rivian customer service at 1-888-748-4261.
Buy-smart checklist
2025 Rivian R1T — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V508000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 25V370000 · Seat belts
- Recall 25V387000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 25V537000 · Electrical system
- Recall 25V585000 · Forward collision avoidance
- Recall 26V003000 · Suspension
- Recall 26V009000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2025 Rivian R1T reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2025 Rivian R1T?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 Rivian R1T have?
- 7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.